Richard Zielinski

Richard Zielinski has extensive experience in the apparel and retail industry, currently serving in dual roles as Global Key Accounts at Eurofins | Modern Testing Services since January 2018 and as President of Global Business Development Solutions LLC since January 2018. Zielinski's prior leadership positions include Vice President of Global Product Services at Kohl's Department Stores (2013-2017), Vice President of Technical Design/Services at Lane Bryant (2009-2013), and Vice President of Apparel Development at Under Armour Performance (2006-2009). Additional roles encompass Senior Executive Consultant at SNC Companies (2009), Divisional Vice President Technical Design at May Merchandising (2003-2006), and Vice President Technical Services at J.Crew Inc. (1995-2003). Early career experience includes Director of Technical Services at Lane Bryant (1992-1995) and Sr. Director of Quality Assurance/Testing/Standards at Gap Inc. (1989-1992). Zielinski holds an AS in Business from the Community College of Rhode Island and has a foundational education from Saint Raphael Academy and Bryant College.